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Still confused about the Air Quality Index (AQI) discussed in the news so much? Hugh Johnson, retired National Weather Service meteorologist, explains the AQI and the meaning of its different levels. Hear about the forces behind the wind patterns that brought Canadian smoke south instead of out to sea, and how those same patterns relate to likely rain for the rest of the week (6/13-17 or so). Hugh also notes the seasonal expectations for monsoons in Africa and hurricanes in the south. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Emily Menn is running in the June 27 Primary Election for the Democratic line for Troy City Council President. She spoke with Corinne Carey, Hudson Mohawk Magazine political and public affairs correspondent about the race, her priorities, and the obstacles she's faced running for this office. A longer version of this interview will be posted on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine website.

Manna Jo Greene has stepped down after more than two decades as Environmental Action Director at Clearwater. Manna Jo talked with Mark Dunlea of Hudson Mohawk Magazine about Clearwater's efforts to clean up the Hudson River and the role played by founder musician / activist Pete Seeger. After the interview, Manna Jo said she wished she had discussed how the civil rights movement and Dr. Martin Luther King were her initial exposure to activism. For more info, see https://bit.ly/MannaJo

The State Committee of the Green Party met in Troy on June 10 to discuss its political future now that the Democrats changed the law to remove the independent third parties from official ballot status. Peter LaVenia, state party co-chair from Albany, discussed the party's future organizing challenges and strategies with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

A brightly painted fridge with free contents has arrived on the Sanctuary campus. This fridge is part of the Free Food Fridge Albany project and is a free access point for fresh food for those who need it. Founder Jammella Anderson spoke with Hudson Mohawk Magazine's Sina Basila Hickey about the concept, how to contribute, and why North Troy is a good place for a Free Food Fridge.

Learn more about this program and how you can support it by going to https://freefoodfridgealbany.com

Photo by Free Food Fridge Albany showing founder Jammella Anderson (right) with artist of fridge and CCG Lead Gardener Azuré Keahi on either side of the fridge.

Today, on the Hudson Mohawk Magazine:

We begin with Moses Nagel reporting on the discussion between Schenectady's Democratic candidates for mayor: City Council President Marion Porterfield and three-term incumbent Gary McCarthy.

Then, Alisha Washington talks with James Montagnino, Commissioner of Public Safety in Saratoga Springs.

Later on, Isabella LaForte interviews Courtney D'Allaird from the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center at UAlbany to discuss the importance of trans visibility and safety on the UAlbany college campus.

After that, Brea Barthel goes to the Troy Public Library for an overview of summer activities, resources for home-schoolers and tips for reading aloud to kids.

Finally, Caelan McPherson sat down with Mike Putnam of WMNB in North Adams, MA about public access and the future of low-power radio.

In conversation with James Montagnino, Commissioner Of Public Safety Saratoga Springs running for reelection. We discuss topics such as addressing concerns about the homeless population and the expected funding for the temporary low-barrier shelter due to open in the next few days.

The decision to not heavily police the Woodlawn Parking Garage because the unhoused individuals who currently live there have nowhere else to go now that some previous encampment sites are being developed.

We learn that the role of Police Chief in Saratoga Springs is a promotional civil service position.

Montagnino discusses his 37-page report regarding the Darryl Mount case.

Psychological exams and possible changes to the police hiring process.

A proposal for an ordinance that has grown out of the 11/20/2022 shootout on Broadway and lastly, Montagnino talks about his campaign finances and accomplishments.

All candidates running for Commissioner of Public Safety have been contacted.

By Alisha Washington for Hudson Mohawk Radio Network.

(Side note: during the 1st few minutes of audio some words sound spotty because of a wifi issue that is later corrected. I have sent my apologies to Jim.)

For parents, care-takers, and others interested in stuff for kids, listen up! Carol Roberts, head of Young People's Services at Troy Public Library, overviews their many summer activities, regular services and even resources for home-schoolers. She also provides tips for reading aloud to kids. Upcoming events include a Summer Reading Challenge where kids (and adults!) can earn prizes for tracking the books they've read. Other events include -- for real! -- fruit & veggie scultures, the science of toys, Pirates School, and more. The Library requests donation of school supplies for a free packed-backpack giveaway on August 22nd. For more details, visit www.thetroylibrary.org. To find other libraries in New York State, see https://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/libs/#Find. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Caelan McPherson sat down with Mike Putnam the General manger of WMNB, to talk about WMNB in North Adams Mass. Caelan and Mike talked about WMNB station and public access channel, the future of Low power radio and the important that Low power stations play in the community.

Last week, the two candidates for the Democratic nomination in the Mayor's race in Schenectady faced off in a debate. Moses Nagel reports on the discussion between City Council President Marion Porterfield and three term incumbent Gary McCarthy.